Reduced speed limits back in Winnipeg school zones, gifted flashing lights coming soon If your child is under nine years old, police say they should be accompanied by an adult or older child, adding parents share the responsibility and time needed to ensure children reach school safely.Teaching young children the rules of the road is what the WPS says develops with time and practice.
They say things like eye contact with drivers at stop signs and crosswalks, looking both ways and listening for traffic are key concepts.Planning a walkable route to school, wearing a bike helmet, stranger danger awareness, strength in numbers and learning proper school bus safety are all tips police say families should be preparing their children with.The.